North South Carolina Plumbing
Who is a local plumber in Raleigh, NC?
North South Carolina Plumbing serves Raleigh and nearby parts of Wake County with emergency plumbing, water heaters, drains, leaks, sewer lines and repiping. Call (980) 352 5155 for an arrival window and a written price before work starts.
Need a plumber in Raleigh, NC? Call for repairs, water heaters, drains, leaks and sewer lines across Raleigh and Wake County.
Raleigh sits on red clay, and clay is hard on pipes, hard on trenches and hard on repair budgets.
Raleigh plumbing repair
Common Raleigh plumbing repair jobs include leaking supply lines, failing water heaters, clogged drains and sewer backups. In subdivisions built between the late 1970s and mid 1990s, polybutylene is worth checking for. We diagnose first and give you a written price before work starts.
Raleigh plumbing at a glance
| Service area | Raleigh, NC and nearby parts of Wake County |
|---|---|
| ZIP codes | 27601, 27602, 27603, 27604, 27605, 27606, 27607, 27608, 27609, 27610, 27611, 27612, 27613, 27614, 27615, 27616, 27617, 27619, 27620, 27622, 27623, 27624, 27625, 27626, 27627, 27628, 27629, 27634, 27635, 27636, 27640, 27650, 27656, 27658, 27661, 27668, 27675, 27676, 27690, 27695, 27697, 27698, 27699 |
| Phone | (980) 352 5155 |
| Hours | Phone lines open 24 hours a day, 7 days a week |
| Licensing | Verify online with the NC state board or in person on request |
| Typical rates | $85 to $150 an hour daytime, $150 to $290 after hours, service call $70 to $145 |
| Landmarks | Downtown Raleigh, Five Points, Oakwood, Cameron Village, Glenwood South, North Hills, Falls Lake, North Carolina State University |
Plumbing problems we see in Raleigh
Polybutylene in subdivision homes
Neighborhoods built between the late 1970s and the mid 1990s often have polybutylene supply lines, which are known to fail without warning.
Red clay and sewer repairs
Dense clay raises excavation cost, so trenchless methods can save money when the pipe is suited for it.
Older in town homes
Oakwood, Five Points and Cameron Village have older plumbing that deserves a closer look at supply lines and drains.
Areas and landmarks in Raleigh
We work around Downtown Raleigh, Five Points, Oakwood, Cameron Village, Glenwood South, North Hills, Falls Lake and North Carolina State University in Raleigh.
Plumbing services in Raleigh
What plumbing costs in Raleigh
| Job | Typical range |
|---|---|
| Service call or trip fee | $70 to $145 |
| Hourly rate, daytime | $85 to $150 |
| Hourly rate, after hours emergency | $150 to $290 |
| Drain cleaning (snaking) | $125 to $325 |
| Toilet repair or rebuild | $120 to $375 |
| Leak repair, simple to burst pipe | $400 to $1,800 |
Ranges are typical figures from published 2026 local pricing guides, rounded. Your written quote is what counts, and it depends on access, materials, permits and timing.
Plumbing trouble in Raleigh?
Call for a straight price before any work starts.
Frequently Asked Questions
How much does a plumber cost in Raleigh, NC?
Published 2026 local ranges are about $85 to $150 an hour in normal hours and $150 to $290 an hour after hours, plus a service call fee of roughly $70 to $145. See the pricing page for common jobs.
Is there a 24 hour plumber in Raleigh?
Ask about hours and the after hours rate when you call. Our hours: Phone lines open 24 hours a day, 7 days a week. For burst pipes and sewer backups, call and ask for the arrival window. Our dispatch promise is: we confirm an arrival window by phone before anyone is dispatched.
Do I need a permit for plumbing work in Raleigh?
Many jobs such as water heater replacement, repiping and gas work need a permit. Rules come from the local building department in Wake County, and we handle permits as part of the work.
Do you serve all of Wake County?
We serve the areas and ZIP codes listed on this page. If your address is nearby, call and we will confirm.